Scott McGee, Willard High School Baseball Coach

Lance Kettering, Executive Director of the Springfield Sports Commission

Major sporting events don’t just happen by accident in the Springfield area—they are won. 🏆 Joining us to pull back the curtain on sports tourism is Lance Kettering, Executive Director of the Springfield Sports Commission. Since 2010, Lance and his team have been aggressively bidding on and securing premier events that pack local hotels and boost our economy. We take a behind-the-scenes look at their strategy and discuss just how fiercely competitive the sports tourism industry has become.     Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House [http://www.coltonssteakhouse.com/?__s=xxxxxxx&utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Operation+Rooftop+returns+for+a+third+year%3A+Tamko+and+Kansas+City+Chiefs+honor+America%27s+heroes+on+nation%27s+250+birthday+%C2%A0], Deadeye Gun & Pawn [https://www.deadeyegunsupply.com/?__s=xxxxxxx&utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Operation+Rooftop+returns+for+a+third+year%3A+Tamko+and+Kansas+City+Chiefs+honor+America%27s+heroes+on+nation%27s+250+birthday+%C2%A0], and Thompson Sales [https://www.thompsonsales.com/?__s=xxxxxxx&utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Operation+Rooftop+returns+for+a+third+year%3A+Tamko+and+Kansas+City+Chiefs+honor+America%27s+heroes+on+nation%27s+250+birthday+%C2%A0]!        See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Nyla Milleson, Drury University VP and Director of Athletics

What a year to be a Drury Panther! 🐾 Drury VP and Director of Athletics Nyla Milleson joins the podcast to celebrate an incredible year of sports achievements. We’re recapping the major highlights—including Drury capturing the prestigious GLVC All-Sports Trophy and breaking ground on an exciting new home for DU soccer. Tune in for an inside look at how the Panthers dominated the conference this year and what’s on the horizon for Drury Athletics! Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House [http://www.coltonssteakhouse.com/], Deadeye Gun & Pawn [https://www.deadeyegunsupply.com/], and Thompson Sales [https://www.thompsonsales.com/]!        See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Angie Wiley, Sports Mental Performance Coach

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we’re tackling a relatable topic: how to be a better sports dad. To help us navigate the fine line between supportive and overbearing, we’re sitting down with our favorite sports psychology expert, Angie Wiley. The founder of YouAreStrong.com shares essential advice on keeping sports fun for our kids while protecting the parent-child relationship. Plus, Angie previews the upcoming Chuck Wiley Memorial Foundation youth baseball tournament happening July 10–12—a massive event hosting over 100 teams to raise funds that help local kids cover their sports expenses! ⚾️❤️     Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House [http://www.coltonssteakhouse.com/], Deadeye Gun & Pawn [https://www.deadeyegunsupply.com/], and Thompson Sales [https://www.thompsonsales.com/]!       See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Dan Lucy, Long-Time TV Sportscaster

For 37 years, Dan Lucy was the steady, trusted voice of Ozarks sports on KOLR 10. While his recent departure without an on-air goodbye left thousands of local sports fans frustrated, anyone who knows Dan knows he has never been about the personal fanfare. For nearly four decades, his focus remained strictly on giving area athletes and teams the spotlight they deserved. Today, the consummate professional himself joins the podcast to talk about his legendary career, the reality of his departure, and what the future holds next.     Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House [http://www.coltonssteakhouse.com/?__s=xxxxxxx&utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=WIC+Farmers+Market+benefits+now+available+for+summer], Deadeye Gun & Pawn [https://www.deadeyegunsupply.com/?__s=xxxxxxx&utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=WIC+Farmers+Market+benefits+now+available+for+summer], and Thompson Sales [https://www.thompsonsales.com/?__s=xxxxxxx&utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=WIC+Farmers+Market+benefits+now+available+for+summer]!       See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Corey Riggs, Voice of the Bears

What a year to be a Bear! 🐻 From unforgettable moments on the gridiron to thrilling runs on the hardwood and the diamond, the 2025–2026 school year was a massive success for MSU Athletics. Joining us to look back at it all is the Voice of the Bears himself, Corey Riggs. As Missouri State's Director of Broadcasting and play-by-play announcer, Corey breaks down the biggest highlights from football, men's and women's basketball, and baseball in a true banner year for Springfield sports. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta! See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.